Macaroons are the perfect cookie to make with friends since they are not labor intensive, the jobs can easily be distributed, and they can be made in large quantities in a short amount of time. Everyone leaves with a large batch. If baking with two friends, make three batches of the coconut mixture. ...
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Creamy Carrot Lemongrass & Ginger Soup
The lemongrass and ginger meld beautifully with sweet organic carrots to create this velvety smooth soup. Some crispy shallots and chopped cilantro add the finishing touch. Make and freeze big batches to enjoy for weeks or months to come. When processed in a high powered blender such as a Vitamix ...
Potato Latkes
It’s hard to resist making, eating and serving your guests the crisp and delicious potato pancakes called “Latkes”. They make a great hors d’oeuvres or side dish and can even be substituted for hash browns along side a weekend morning egg breakfast. try adding a shredded sweet potato for a ...
Apple Upside Down Muffins
Yum is all I can say! These caramelized apple upside down muffins are the quintessential way to capture the sweet and tart tastes of fall in a two-bite treat. Try for yourself! Recipe source: cooking with friends kitchen Ingredients 2 tablespoons butter 3 cups apples, peeled and diced 1 ...
Southwestern Quinoa Salad
This is my go-to summer salad which I will make for every meal and barbeque all summer long. As the locally grown produce becomes available, the salad becomes better and better. Recipe source:cooking with friends kitchenIngredients1 quart cooked quinoa (cook in chicken broth with ¼ less liquid than ...
Caramelized Apple Muffins
Nothing says Fall better than these two-bite apple upside down muffins, a perfect treat to make with your fresh picked apples. Recipe source:Cooking With Friends KitchenIngredients1 stick butter, softened ½ cup white sugar ½ cup brown sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla 2 eggs ½ cup apple sauce 1 ½ cups ...
Cucumber Peach Salsa
Serve this sweet and savory salsa with homemade tortilla chips or as a topping for grilled fish or chicken. Recipe source:Cooking With Friends KitchenIngredients2 cups peaches, peeled and diced small 1 cup cucumber, peeled, seeded and diced small ¼ cup red onion, diced very finely 1 tablespoon ...
Zesty Cranberry Bread
If you love the tartness of fresh whole cranberries, you’ll love this bread. Make several loaves ahead of time and freeze for the holidays and serve as a side with your festive meal or for breakfast to overnight guests. You can also give the bread as gifts to neighbors and friends. Recipe ...
Farm Fresh Vegetable Chili
Preserve the flavors of summer in a hearty batch of farm fresh vegetable chili. The carnivores in your life will hardly notice the meat is missing in this satisfying meal. Recipe source:Cooking With Friends KitchenIngredients3 tablespoons olive oil 1 onion, diced 3 garlic cloves, minced 1 small ...
Southwestern Quinoa Burger
This low fat veggie burger is packed with protein and loaded with flavor. It holds together well in patty form and can be pan seared, broiled or grilled. Serve on a bun or without and if you like, spice it up with some chili lime mayo. Recipe source:Cooking With Friends KitchenIngredients2 eggs, ...